Selling Building Inspections
Know what buyers will find before they find it. Selling inspections help vendors set realistic expectations, address issues proactively, and list with confidence.
Real defects our inspectors have flagged
Selling inspection types
Pre-Sale Structural Building Inspection
Pre-sale structural building inspection for vendors. Identify structural issues before listing and build buyer confidence.
Pre-Sale Timber Pest Inspection
Pre-sale timber pest inspection for vendors. Detect termites and pests before listing to avoid buyer surprises and sale delays.
High Rise Apartment Inspection
AS 4349.1 Annexure B apartment inspection for strata buildings 3+ storeys. Same-day reports where available. 12 months free advice. From $530.
Electrical Polarity Testing
Polarity testing to all accessible power points, identifies defective wiring between plug and RCD. Add to any inspection. $100 inc GST.
Pre-Sale Combined Building & Pest Inspection
Combined pre-sale building and pest inspection for vendors. One visit covers structural and pest issues before listing.
Pre-Sale Full Building, Pest & Maintenance Inspection
The most comprehensive pre-sale inspection. Building, pest, and maintenance assessment helps vendors list with full transparency.
Electrical Polarity Testing
Polarity testing to all accessible power points, identifies defective wiring between plug and RCD. Add to any inspection. $100 inc GST.
High Rise Apartment Inspection
AS 4349.1 Annexure B apartment inspection for strata buildings 3+ storeys. Same-day reports where available. 12 months free advice. From $530.
Know what buyers will find before they do
A pre-sale building inspection gives vendors the same rigorous assessment that buyers commission, but on your timeline. You find out about structural issues, moisture problems, and pest activity before the property hits the market - so you can address them on your terms rather than scrambling to respond to a buyer's negative report during negotiations.
As Registered Master Inspectors, our team examines structural elements, building exterior, roof space and covering, interior components, wet areas, electrical systems, site conditions, and outdoor structures. Thermal imaging cameras and moisture meters are used as standard to detect issues that are not visible to the eye.
Common issues pre-sale inspections identify
- Moisture and water damage
- Termite activity and damage
- Roof integrity issues
- Electrical compliance problems
- Structural movement
- Rising damp and salt damp
- Cracking in walls and foundations
What the inspection covers
The inspection examines eight main categories: structural elements, building exterior, roof space and covering, interior components, wet areas, electrical systems, site conditions, and outdoor structures. The scope and standards are identical to a buyer-commissioned inspection - the difference is timing.
If termite activity is found, the report identifies the extent and recommends treatment. We can refer you to licensed pest control operators for treatment.
How vendors use the report
Fix issues before listing
The report identifies which defects are worth addressing before you list. Getting ahead of known issues often means the difference between a smooth sale and a renegotiated price after a buyer's inspector finds the same problems.
Set a realistic asking price
Knowing the property's condition objectively lets you price it correctly and confidently. You are not guessing at what a buyer's inspector might find - you already know.
Provide transparency to buyers
Some vendors choose to share the pre-sale report with prospective buyers as a mark of transparency. This can speed up the sale process and reduce the chance of late price pressure from a buyer's own inspection.
What issues do pre-sale inspections commonly find in Australian properties?
The most common findings are moisture and water damage, termite activity and damage, roof integrity issues, electrical compliance problems, structural movement, rising damp and salt damp, and cracking in walls and foundations. Knowing about these issues before listing gives you the chance to address them on your timeline rather than reacting to a buyer's report during negotiations.
What does a pre-sale building inspection cover?
The inspection covers eight main categories: structural elements, building exterior, roof space and covering, interior components, wet areas, electrical systems, site conditions, and outdoor structures. The scope follows the same Australian Standards as a buyer-commissioned inspection.
Why would I pay for an inspection before selling?
A pre-sale inspection lets you find issues on your own terms, before buyers do. You can choose to address issues, adjust your asking price, or provide the report to buyers as evidence of transparency. Either way, you go into the sale process informed rather than surprised.
Do pre-sale inspections use the same standards as pre-purchase?
Yes, the same Australian Standards apply - AS 4349.1-2007 for building and AS 4349.3-2010 for timber pest - regardless of who commissions the inspection. The scope and report quality are identical whether ordered by the vendor or the buyer.
Should I share the pre-sale inspection with buyers?
This is a common question with no single answer. Some vendors share the report upfront to build buyer confidence and speed up the process. Others use it privately. It is worth discussing with your real estate agent.
When will I get the report?
Same-day reports are standard - usually within 5 hours, subject to access and availability. The inspector calls you on completion to walk through the findings, and you can ask questions for 12 months afterward.
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